($1,042+) Scottsdale, AZ to Chattanooga, TN Movers

Full-service moving costs from Scottsdale, AZ to Chattanooga, TN

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,748-mile move from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Chattanooga, Tennessee, with costs ranging from $2,376 - $9,770. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $311 - $2,076. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Scottsdale and Chattanooga. Local movers in Scottsdale typically start around $155 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Scottsdale to Chattanooga:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,376 - $5,079
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,316 - $7,166
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,468 - $9,770

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Scottsdale to Chattanooga.

Specialty moving services from Scottsdale, AZ to Chattanooga, TN

Specialty needs vary by market — 86% of Scottsdale movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Chattanooga, 100% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Scottsdale to Chattanooga?

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Scottsdale, AZ to Chattanooga, TN

Moving containers from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Chattanooga, Tennessee, cost between $1,447 and $5,178. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Scottsdale costs roughly $90/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Scottsdale to Chattanooga:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,447 - $2,674
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,813 - $3,781
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,657 - $5,178

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Scottsdale, AZ, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $727, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $78 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $156 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Scottsdale, AZ, and Chattanooga, TN, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Scottsdale to Chattanooga?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Scottsdale, AZ to Chattanooga, TN

Truck rentals from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Chattanooga, Tennessee, range from $1,052 - $2,773 for the 1,748-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $577 - $660
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Scottsdale daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Scottsdale to Chattanooga based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,052 - $1,885
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,149 - $2,267
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,365 - $2,773

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $78 and $363.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $156.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $577 and $660 for the 1,748-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $727 for 2 movers in Scottsdale, Arizona, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Scottsdale to Chattanooga?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Scottsdale, AZ to Chattanooga, TN

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Chattanooga, Tennessee. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $934 and $3,274.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Scottsdale to Chattanooga:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,382 - $2,431
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,480 - $3,274
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,000 - $4,143

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $78 - $156 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Scottsdale, Arizona, for about five hours typically runs $727.

What are the best freight companies from Scottsdale to Chattanooga?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
3. Empire Transport (4.84/5 stars): Empire Transport is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Cost of living: Scottsdale, AZ vs Chattanooga, TN

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Chattanooga, side by side with Scottsdale on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.